Botox for leg pain? new study tests a surprising treatment
NCT ID NCT05765071
First seen May 13, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether botulinum injections can reduce leg pain during sports in people with chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS). About 50 adults with confirmed CECS will receive either the botulinum injection or a placebo. Researchers will track pain levels and leg function over 24 weeks to see if the treatment helps.
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University of Calgary Sport Medicine Centre
RECRUITINGCalgary, Alberta, T2N 1N4, Canada
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